Breed stock

Breed and raise livestock such as cattle, poultry, and honeybees. Use recognised breeding practices to strive for continuous improvement in the livestock.

raise stock
raising livestock
breed cattle
breed livestock
cattle breeding
livestock breeding
stock breeding
raise livestock

skill/competence

sector-specific

Breed stock is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Equine yard manager: Equine yard managers are responsible for the day to day running of the yard including managing staff, care of the horses, all aspects of health and safety and dealing with clients and owners.
Livestock worker: Livestock workers maintain the health and welfare of animals. They oversee the breeding/production and day-to-day care such as feeding and watering of animals.
Groom: Grooms provide practical daily horse care to ensure the horses health, welfare and safety.
They take part in exercising horses, cleaning and maintaining the stables, buildings and territory.

Breed stock is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Equine worker: Equine workers provide caring activities for horses and ponies.

References

1. Breed stock – ESCO